Allergy & Asthma Quiz

Allergies cannot be cured, but they can be managed through prevention and treatment. This means that while allergies cannot be completely eliminated, steps can be taken to avoid allergens and reduce symptoms. Treatment options such as medications, allergy shots, and lifestyle changes can also help in managing allergies effectively. Therefore, the statement that there are no cures for allergies but they can be managed with proper prevention and treatment is true.

False. Allergies are one of the many factors that can trigger asthma attacks. Not all asthmatics have allergies. Many people have allergies but do not have asthma.

False. What starts as simple itching and sneezing can turn into something much more serious. As your allergies worsen, your nasal passages and sinuses become swollen and congested. This can lead to a sinus infection. The infected mucus draining from your sinuses can drip into your stomach and, if you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), cause symptoms to act up. And if this mucus drips down the trachea into your lungs, it can irritate your lungs and your airways.

Asthma is the most common chronic disease of children. It is the leading cause of school absences. Asthma affects nearly 5 million children.

False. No cure for asthma exists. However, people can control or manage their asthma by: (1) Working with a physician or other health care professional to develop an individualized asthma management plan. (2) Learning to notice early signs of an asthma episode and to start treatment. (3) Avoiding things that can cause asthma episodes. (4) Knowing when to get medical help for a severe episode.

False. After a pet is removed, pet allergens can remain in the room 6 months or longer. To remove pet allergens, clean all walls, floors, and other surfaces thoroughly with soap and water.

Hay fever is indeed the most common of the allergic diseases. It is a common condition that occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens such as pollen, dust mites, or pet dander. Symptoms of hay fever include sneezing, itching, runny or blocked nose, and itchy or watery eyes. It affects a large number of people worldwide, making it the most prevalent allergic disease.

False. Actually, the symptoms usually peak about 5-10 minutes after stopping exercise and then gradually diminish. The symptoms often disappear within an hour after exercise, but they may last longer. Symptoms usually begin about 5-20 minutes after beginning to exercise.

True. Allergies can develop at any age, possibly even in the womb. They commonly occur in children but may give rise to symptoms for the first time in adulthood.

False. Over 2 million Americans are allergic to stinging insects. Many of these people have severe allergic reactions with 50 to 150 deaths occurring each year from these stings, and up to a million hospital visits.